Individuals
Sam Stahlman
Sam Stahlman is a WWII veteran of the D-Day invasion, where he received a Purple Heart. A longtime resident of the Village of Patchogue, Stahlman is a well-known businessman, was involved in many community organizations including the Lions, was a substitute teacher in the Patchogue-Medford School District as well as a volunteer coach for the high school varsity football team. Stahlman is a past recipient of the Temple Emanuel of Patchogue.
Baron Degner
Baron Degner was a beloved administrator and mentor to many students at Patchogue-Medford High School. The Patchogue Rotary honored his memory by dedicating a memorial garden in his name at Patchogue-Medford High School.
Robert Rightmire
Robert Rightmire was a well-respected member of the teaching faculty at Patchogue-Medford High School. He produced numerous plays and musicals at the high school, along with his dear friend and now fellow hall of fame inductee Bert Pollock. Author of numerous books and articles. Rightmire was well loved and respected by his students and colleagues.
Danielle Kaiser
Danielle Kaiser A standout varsity basketball player at both Patchogue-Medford High School and St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, Kaiser is a 1998 graduate of PMHS. She achieved All-County status as a high school player and was selected to the St. Joseph’s College Hall of Fame.
Nicholas Garone
Nicholas Garone After graduation in 1986, Garone was a NYS wrestling champion and continued his wrestling success in college. He nearly made it to the USA Olympic wrestling team, but due to injury, was unable to move past trials. He now coaches wrestling at a local high school.
Christopher Cara
Christopher Cara is the only high school All-American lacrosse player to come out of PMHS. A 2001 high school graduate, Cara went on to Bucknell University, where he led the nation in scoring his junior and senior years. He was selected for induction into their hall of fame and later played several seasons with the Long Island Lizards professional lacrosse team.
Michael J. Bergman
Michael J. Bergman This class of 1988 Patchogue-Medford graduate has gone on to become a world-renowned musician and entertainer. Ward-Bergeman took the musical talents he honed as a music student in Pat-Med and went on to a stellar career at Berklee College of Music. As Ward-Bergeman began touring the world, bringing his unique talents to share with people all over the world, he came into contact with world-renowned musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, performing in such places as the jungles of South America, concerts throughout Europe and Carnegie Hall. A Grammy Award winner, Ward-Bergeman performed his GIG365 and with his group Groanbox.
Douglas Brode
Douglas Brode After graduating from Patchogue High School in 1961, Brode became a high school teacher and moved on to teaching English at the college level. He became the creator and coordinator of Cinema Studies at Onondaga Community College in upstate New York. Brode later wrote over 40 books related to film as well as working on such motio
Team
1980 Girls Varsity Bowling Team
1980 Girls Varsity Bowling Team This outstanding group of student-athletes became New York State bowling champions, while capturing league and county titles on their rise to the top. The Lady Raiders were honored by the local chapter of the Kiwanis Club for their numerous accomplishments and titles.
Team members:
Nance Coccia, Cathy Roy, Colleen Browning, Linda Frabizio, Irma Lorenze (Coach), Paula Kipp, Kim Botts, Beth Newham, Peggy Darling, Sandra Johnson, Dolores Tanner, Debbie Knoth and Robin Wood.
Hall of Fame Special Recognition Award Recipients
Cynthia Quinn
Cynthia Quinn (deceased), art teacher and track coach, beloved by her students and peers. She made a lasting impression on countless young lives. Quinn was murdered while on a Saturday morning run 20 years ago.
Michael Lauria
Michael Lauria, class of 1997, has been an active community member and as owner of Rudi’s Bar and Grill Restaurant, has given back to his home community by his never-ending support for community projects, fundraisers to help out other residents in times of trouble, donating time, space within this establishment for fundraisers and generously giving of himself to help others in need.
Persons of the Year
Bob & Barbara Mongillo
The Sean Patrick Dixon Hall Of Fame Raider Courage Award
Kaynen Peters
